Can you play regular DVDs or do the have to be blu ray? Does netflix play smoothly? Does it have amazon instant?
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regular DVDs can be played and Netflix runs smoothly on it. It does not have Amazon instant on it. But they may add that in a future firmware update (updates get downloaded).
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Yes is plays regular DVD's. I never tested Netflix on the unit since I would have needed to hard wire a internet cable into the unit. It does offer Amazon and Netflix. However, I would recommend something with wi-fi built in if you have the option. As you read in my review this player didn't last very long for me. I currently have a Sony model that is holding up fine after about 9 mos of use.
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Thank you. The problems occurred with Netflix discs. Did not have any problems with purchased Seinfield DVDs (I purchased the boxed set from Amazon). I guess I'll clean the Netflix discs before watching. Though-I did not have problems when I played the stuck Netflix DVD (not Blu), on my Sony DVD player. Maybe the DVD player is less sensitive than my Blu-Rayplayer.
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It's supposed to play both, however after six months mine stopped playing regular dvds and will now only read blu-ray. It is also SUPER SLOW to load. You'd be better off getting one of the new quick loading ones. You can put a blu-ray in this one, go to the kitchen, make dinner, come back, and it still might not be done getting ready. Especially with newer discs that need a downloaded update to the machine's software.
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The Netflix app is available (free). I just streamed two movies over the weekend without any issues or buffering. The screen on this tablet is amazing.
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I don't quite understand why it doesn't have Netflix since the amazon site shows it has the "Netcast Entertainment Access"....which carries Netflix. I'm technical and can't find answers - no wonder everyone keeps buying and doesn't understand why it doesn't have Netflix. Would everyone stop slamming these people and calling them stupid. (by everyone, I mean those that have commented on reviews, not mj28)Has anyone tried to download a firmware update on this player (on lg website there are several updates) and see if netcast entertainment access would now have netflix?I get it if it truly doesn't have it - but for some of us, the advertisement on this page vs. LG page is different. Sometimes that happens. I don't quite understand why it doesn't have Netflix since the amazon site shows it has the "Netcast Entertainment Access"....which carries Netflix. I'm technical and can't find answers - no wonder everyone keeps buying and doesn't understand why it doesn't have Netflix. Would everyone stop slamming these people and calling them stupid. (by everyone, I mean those that have commented on reviews, not mj28)Has anyone tried to download a firmware update on this player (on lg website there are several updates) and see if netcast entertainment access would now... » Read More I don't quite understand why it doesn't have Netflix since the amazon site shows it has the "Netcast Entertainment Access"....which carries Netflix. I'm technical and can't find answers - no wonder everyone keeps buying and doesn't understand why it doesn't have Netflix. Would everyone stop slamming these people and calling them stupid. (by everyone, I mean those that have commented on reviews, not mj28)Has anyone tried to download a firmware update on this player (on lg website there are several updates) and see if netcast entertainment access would now have netflix?I get it if it truly doesn't have it - but for some of us, the advertisement on this page vs. LG page is different. Sometimes that happens. « Show Less
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Amazon instant videos? I'm 62 and still trying to figure out how to stream Netflix. (I have, by the way!) Better check with someone else. Good luck!
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No not Amazon, it streams everything else well if you have a decent wifi or ethernet connection. I hooked up a blu-ray player that plays Amazon.
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Huh? One of the answers, below, says that "there is no Amazon on Samsung products, only SONY and Panasonic." Nope. Untrue. I own two Samsung TVs, and both have Amazon Instant Video on them. I do not currently own a Samsung player (I'm considering this one to play Region2 disks, like "Blake's Seven" which has never, ever been released to the US market). FYI, at present, while virtually every Samsung TV ever put out supports Amazon Instant Video... only two models of BD players do. Blu-ray Player Manufacturer and Model Year Samsung BD-F5900 2013 Samsung BD-F7500 2013 So, the answer is... THIS device will not provide Amazon Instant Video (at present, at least).
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No problem getting Netflix. Works well. All and all, this is a great streamer, especially if you have a lot of content on your HD. It will play almost all formats, including a lot which other units don't. For me this was the main factor for purchasing.
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I have a Sony internet TV. I get Netflix through Wi Fi. Sound connection from TV to AT Soundbar is optical. I do not have to have Blu-ray player on.Ron Perkins 12/10/13
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it has StreamTV support which is basically like a linux computer with apps like Roku on board... Vudu, who is a Netflix competitor supports the apps... they are pretty good and include twitter facebook etc. Vudu is a no subscription, $2 rental service, which for most people makes it more expensive than Netflix, but it's very premium.... it has very wide support of hot cable series like californication True Blood etc (Amazon is almost as good and Netflix is way far behind on this)..... also Vudu doesn't have a 30 day restriction on new releases like Amazon and Netflix, so anything that comes out on DVD Blu ray is available the day of release.... also if it is available on bluray, then Vudu has itin 1080 which blows away Netflix and Amazon who selectively offer HD content... Netflix is cheap, but it's really not that great.... Amazon Prime is sorta free but is really lacking in HD.... Vudu is premium but will end up costing you if you watch a lot.... My bet is Mitsu will make it an open platform at some point and you will be able to get anything
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Amazon streams great. Netflix doesn't stream at all. According to NetFlix, the app version that comes on the player is two versions old and needs to be updated by Samsung. Samsung says that since I have the most recent update to firmware, it isn't their problem. Consequently, NetFlix is unuseable.
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I don't think so. It has Netflix and some other services, but I did not see the Amazon instant service. Fortunately both my tv and ps4 have Amazon.
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I use xbmc, showbox, Netflix... It does the job well. I don't play blu ray rips. Spend the extra $ and get the new minix 8. Or great unit to add on and side load xbmc and showbox to would be Amazon firetv box, you can unlock usb port to play back video. I'm getting firetv box for my mom.
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Yes, I watch Amazon Prime on my Sony Blu-ray. It has Amazon Instant Video right there on the home screen, along with Netflix and others. When you enter the Amazon Instant Video app, it has a separate category for Amazon Prime videos, which is very handy. For non-prime videos, you can either rent them or buy them. It also has a play list that you can add videos to, to keep track of what you want to watch next. I like it!
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Hello L. Lyons. Unfortunately this Blu-Ray Player (the VBR220) doesn't support Amazon Instant Video. So far as I can tell it only supports Netflix and Vudu.
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I have found lower quality resolution with Netflix streaming wirelessly than I get with Amazon using the same speed and config. I have a BluRay player attached that has wireless that I plan to try to see if it is better but I don't think it is the connection since I can stream HD from Amazon and get a totally crisp picture. I have a 10mb connection. UPDATE:As mentioned above I did try streaming Netflix through my Sony BluRay to see if the connection was better. It may have been very marginally better, but did not solve the recurring pixelation problem. In my case at 10mb it may be partially a speed problem. I plan to upgrade to 60 or 90 in the next few weeks and will post another update after that as well.